Sensitivity analysis for pallet loading

Summary The problem of optimising layout patterns for palletisation has been widely studied, but the sensitivity of these solutions to changes in both pallet size and pack dimensions has received little attention. This is in spite of the fact that a small amount of overhang, a minor product dimensional change, or slightly thinner packaging may provide significant improvements. This paper examines ways in which such problems may be investigated and includes sensitivity analyses of pack and pallet dimensions as well as more complex investigations such as the sensitivity to pack volumetric changes.